“Hustlers not prophets turned up” – Contestants in Makandiwa’s $1 million challenge spark controversy – Prophet Emmanuel Makandiwa’s highly anticipated $1 Million Challenge has ignited a wave of social media scrutiny, with users investigating the backgrounds of some participants.

Among the competitors was Walter Amon, a Harare pastor whose past legal troubles have resurfaced.

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Walter Amon’s Past Controversy

Amon previously made headlines for his alleged misuse of a vehicle entrusted to him by Panashe Chikambure.

According to Chikambure, she handed over the car under an agreement that Amon would use it as an InDrive taxi and pay her $200 per week.

However, she later discovered that Amon’s wife was posing with the vehicle on social media, using it for personal errands instead.

When confronted, Amon denied any wrongdoing, insisting he had rented the car for personal use and had been transparent about his intentions. The disagreement escalated when Chikambure reported the car as stolen, eventually tracking it down via GPS and claiming she found it in poor condition. She also accused Amon of still owing her $300.

In response, Amon filed a defamation complaint, arguing that Chikambure had damaged his reputation by exposing him online. The matter remains unresolved.

Another Pastor Gains Attention at the Event

Besides Amon, another notable participant was Cde Scorpion (Mobrey Maganyani), a pastor known for his strong ties to the ruling party.

His presence sparked debate, with some questioning whether he was there to compete genuinely or just seeking attention.

Public Reaction to the Challenge

The event drew mixed reactions online, with many questioning the authenticity of the contestants and mocking the challenge itself:

• @BushmasterRules: “These were just paid actors.”
• @GTMupamombe: “These churches are nothing but a joke. 😂”
• @GChikodza: “He looks clueless. How does he expect to win a million when he’s never even tried before? 😄”
• @BVChironga: “Maybe those who didn’t show up were just afraid of embarrassing themselves.”
• @braii_ton: “Where are the so-called ‘prophets’ now? Why didn’t they predict the outcome? 😂 Open your eyes, people!”
• @Markovela_zw: “One participant, Omega Hove, is an electrician who wanted to use the money to sell solar batteries. People are trying anything these days!”
• @whit___ney_: “Instead of complaining, why don’t you send your own people? If someone believes they can win, should they be denied a chance?”

The Challenge Remains Unclaimed

Initially, 700 individuals expressed interest in the Prophetic Cup Clash, but when the event kicked off, only 20 contestants stepped forward. Among them were five female seers. As the competition progressed, some dropped out, with a few even claiming to have foreseen their failure before arriving.

Prophet Makandiwa had promised $1 million to anyone who could prove their prophetic abilities. However, he openly admitted that he did not have the money and would have to borrow it if necessary. “I don’t have the money, but we will sign an agreement, and you can sue me. It’s not a joke,” he assured participants.

For now, the prize remains unclaimed, leaving the public to wonder whether anyone will ever prove their supernatural abilities—or if the challenge was an impossible test from the start.